Insect repellents containing DEET have been tested and approved as safe for kids older than 2 months. But be sure to read all labels and take care when you use them.
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If your teen smokes, here are tips to help them kick the habit.
Vaccines are given on a schedule. Kids get each vaccine when they're at highest risk for getting sick from that disease.
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It can be hard to know if kids are well enough to go to school or childcare. Here are some guidelines.
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It's important to know when a cut might need medical care or even a few stitches. Here's what to look for.
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Many scientific studies have shown that there is no link between vaccines — or any of their ingredients — and autism.
The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine is now recommended for girls and boys both. Here's why.
A scratch or skin prick test is a common way doctors find out more about a person's allergies.
Food labels can help you spot allergens your child must avoid. Find out more.
Food allergies and food intolerances, like lactose intolerance, are not the same. Find out more.
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Do your toddler's veggies end up on the floor or cold on the plate? Try these tips.
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Food allergies and food intolerances, like lactose intolerance, are not the same. Find out more.
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Vaccines are given on a schedule. Kids get each vaccine when they're at highest risk for getting sick from that disease.
Find out what the experts have to say.
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Find out what can help kids deal with getting vaccines and other shots.
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During a baby's first few days of life, it's normal for moms to feel emotional highs and lows, often called the "baby blues."
If you have the flu, you can keep breastfeeding your baby. Learn more.
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What should women who are planning a pregnancy do before they conceive? Find out here.
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Babies over 1 year may start to have some whole milk.
There are no set rules about how long to wait before taking a newborn out into the world or when to let people near the baby. But here are some guidelines.
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Doctor may prescribe progesterone shots during a woman's pregnancy to help prevent early labor.
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As a normal part of pregnancy, breathing may be affected by the increase in the hormone progesterone, which causes you to breathe in more deeply. This might make you feel as if you're working harder to get air.
Babies should not have honey if they're younger than 1 year old. Here's why.
Tanning at a salon is not safer than tanning in the sun. Here's why.
Enjoy the great outdoors, but don't forget about the threat of ticks. Here's how to prevent tick bites.
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Find out when kids can switch to using regular seatbelts.
The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine is now recommended for girls and boys both. Here's why.
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